Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsNews Corp A (NWSA)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$335.45
+1.53%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.10T
NWSA
News Corp A
$29.44
+0.20%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $16.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 4839% more annual revenue ($445.87B vs $9.03B). GOOG leads profitability with a 54.8% profit margin vs 6.3%. GOOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.22. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
GOOG
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
NWSA
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+29.4%
Fair Value
$474.89
Current Price
$335.45
$139.44 discount
Margin of Safety
-12.6%
Fair Value
$20.63
Current Price
$29.44
$8.81 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Keeps 55 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.0%
Earnings expanding 294.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 6.7% — below average capital efficiency
6.3% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GOOG
The strongest argument for GOOG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 54.8% and operating margin at 34.0%. Revenue growth of 24.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NWSA
The strongest argument for NWSA centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : NWSA
The primary concerns for NWSA are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOG profiles as a growth stock while NWSA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 24.2% — sustainability is the question.
NWSA generates stronger free cash flow (539M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (75/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 54.8% margins and 24.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Alphabet Inc Class C
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Alphabet Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California. It was created through a restructuring of Google on October 2, 2015, and became the parent company of Google and several former Google subsidiaries. The two co-founders of Google remained as controlling shareholders, board members, and employees at Alphabet. Alphabet is the world's fourth-largest technology company by revenue and one of the world's most valuable companies.
Visit Website →News Corp A
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
News Corporation is an American mass media and publishing company operating across digital real estate information, news media, book publishing, and cable television.
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